{"title":"Jennifer Jacquet","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the insightful and thought-provoking author Jennifer Jacquet. Known for her keen observations and ability to distil complex scientific concepts into accessible narratives, Jacquet's writings are a must-read for anyone interested in Science \u0026amp; Nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJennifer Jacquet, an accomplished scholar and environmental advocate, focuses on the pervasive influence of human behaviour on natural ecosystems. Her works are celebrated for their engaging and conversational style, making intricate topics both accessible and enlightening for readers from all walks of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured in this category is her renowned book, \u003cem\u003eThe Playbook\u003c\/em\u003e. This captivating read explores the nuanced dynamics of cooperation and competition, drawing on behavioural science to shed light on how these forces shape societal interactions. Through Jacquet's insightful analysis, readers are guided to a deeper understanding of the strategies that underpin human behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned science enthusiast or a curious newcomer to the field, Jennifer Jacquet's books offer valuable perspectives that promise to both educate and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-playbook-by-jennifer-jacquet-9780141982342","title":"The Playbook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA biting satire of corporate power and disinformation—how it works, how it harms us, and what we can do about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKnowledge is power. Which is why the rich and powerful don't want you to have it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Playbook\u003c\/em\u003e is an exposé of the extraordinary lengths that corporations will go to in order to deny scientific facts—whether on climate change, public health risks, worker safety, or anything else—when they don't suit their agenda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in the form of a corporate handbook for tobacco, oil, and pharmaceutical company executives, it outlines obfuscation techniques, denial, delays, and outright lies. This includes how to recruit an academic 'expert' who is willing to compromise their integrity (or who wants to raise some cash), how to massage the statistics, how to use legal and even physical intimidation against reporters and activists, and how, just as in a casino, to keep the customers comfortable, unquestioning, unthinking, and playing along for as long as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart satire, part social history, part guide to resistance, \u003cem\u003eThe Playbook\u003c\/em\u003e is a charge sheet against the powerful. It shows us how, by understanding the methods and motives of disinformation, it may be possible to outwit them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46342791463148,"sku":"9780141982342","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14625403482238.jpg?v=1743943424"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jennifer-jacquet.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}